Thousands expected to descend on Schull for the Fastnet Film Festival
The Fastnet Film Festival is underway in Schull today.
In Schull today for the opening day of the @FastnetFilmFest More @RedFMNews @CorksRedFM pic.twitter.com/mIgNO34gbL
— Fiona O'Donovan (@FionaRedFM) May 22, 2019
Around 7,000 people are expected to descend on the West Cork town for the festival, including Hollywood star Saoirse Ronan.
Schull is bustling today!The @FastnetFilmFest is a massive boost to the local economy in West Cork.Thousands expected to attend including Oscar&BAFTA winners and Saoirse Ronan is also making an appearance.More @RedFMNews @CorksRedFM Here’s what you can expect if you’re attending pic.twitter.com/RC8Z7eAX7C
— Fiona O'Donovan (@FionaRedFM) May 22, 2019
The festival which is now in its 11th year has nearly 50 separate events across 15 venues.
Speaking to RedFM News Festival Judge Geoff Wright says it's a great opportunity for aspiring talent:
Katarina Runske of Grove House is hosting the opening night tonight and she told RedFM News the festival is a massive boost to the local economy:
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